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Business Connections Go & Grow Workshop: ‘Hands-on Workshop on Linkedin’ Series II 2017 Presenting Sponsor
How to tweak your profile to increase views, Target people you want to do business with, Building your connections the fast and smart way. Ways to “post”, “like”, “comment”, and “share” that build your business, and much more!
NOTE: This workshop is limited to the first 10 participants that register. Each participant should bring their laptop or tablet and be ready to work on their Linkedin profile. First-come, firstserved. The Go & Grow Workshop will be from 11:30AM-1:00PM at the Chamber. There is no cost to attend, but lunch is available for $10 per person for Chamber investors ($20 for “Future” investors).
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To ensure we have a proper headcount, please make reservations by June 5 for this workshop by contacting Payton Thomas, the Chamber’s Manager of Business Development & Support via e-mail at payton@ shelbychamber.org, by calling 663-4542, ext. 105 or register online at www. shelbychamber.org.
Join the Greater Shelby County and Montevallo chambers for ‘CoffeeNet’ at Eclipse Coffee and Books in Montevallo Join the Greater Shelby County and Montevallo chambers for “CoffeeNet” at Eclipse Coffee and Books in Montevallo Be sure to mark your calendar for Tuesday, June 20 and join us at Eclipse Coffee and Books, 1032 Main Street,
Montevallo from 8:30AM until 9:30AM for CoffeeNet! The morning meeting is designed for members to enjoy networking, coffee, and light refreshments — all before heading to the office. CoffeeNet events are a great way to make new business
contacts so bring plenty of business cards. There is no cost to attend however reservations are requested by Monday, June 19 to assist in preparation. Please contact the Chamber by phone at 663-4542 or register online at www. shelbychamber.org. June 2017 | 53 Shelbychamber.org
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On June 6, the Chamber’s Go & Grow Workshop — presented by Business Telephones, Inc. and cosponsored by FocalPoint Coaching — will be an interactive workshop featuring Michael Smith, the Chamber’s Entrepreneur-in-Residence from The Great, The Good and The Gone. Michael will be facilitating a “hands on” interactive workshop on the how, what, when, where, why and how to, of utilizing Linkedin. Building on the workshop held last month, topics covered during this hands-on and interactive workshop will expand on:
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Welcome New Investors (as of 3/31/17)
Birmingham Association of Realtors Classic Home Mortgage K&J’s Elegant Pastries KATs Grocery Delivery Shelby County Republican Party Woodforest National Bank
Birmingham Birmingham Alabaster Alabaster Hoover Alabaster
Real Estate - Residential Mortgage Bakery Delivery Service Community/Service Organizations Financial Institutions
For a complete listing of all current Chamber investors please visit our Online Business Directory at business.shelbychamber.org/list.
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Liberty Day Parade Set for June 24 The Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce is assisting the City of Columbiana with its 31st Annual Liberty Day Parade on June 24. The City of Columbiana began its annual Liberty Day festival in 1986 in honor of the 100th anniversary of the Statue of Liberty. There will be an evening of fun lined up Friday evening on June 23 beginning at 6:30PM
and Saturday, June 24 Mayor Stancil Handley will provide a welcome at 9:00AM to kick off the Liberty Day activities.
There will be vendors, tons of activities for children of all ages At 3:00PM the Liberty Day Parade begin. That night there will be live music, fireworks and the announcement of the Parade winners. If you would like to have a float in the parade please contact Keyla Handley at 663-4542 ext. 106 or E-mail keyla@shelbychamber.org
for a registration form and details about parade line-up, time and location. If you are interested in participating as a food or arts and crafts vendor call Elizabeth Smith at 6696800 for more information or visit www.cityofcolumbiana. com - click on - “What’s Going On” on the left sidebar and then “Liberty Day Parade to access food and arts & crafts vendor forms.
Health Focus of the Month: “Protecting and Caring for Your Skin” It’s that time of year again the days are growing longer and the warm sun is shining brighter. For this reason, May, in its entire splendor, is the perfect month to remind us of the importance of sun safety and our skin health. May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and because skin cancer affects one in every five Americans, we must be ever mindful of the effects sun can have on our skin. Though seemingly small and innocuous, over 13,000 people are expected to die in the U.S from skin cancers in 2017.
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Keep in mind - the skin IS the largest organ of the body. Having regular screenings with a board-certified dermatologist is one of the
best ways to help prevent this threat. Because changes in skin lesions can be subtle, a dermatologist’s expert and thorough screening exam
can help detect skin cancers in their earliest stages, when they are very treatable. You can do your part as well by watching for changes in your own skin. Watch for any spots that itch, burn, bleed or change and don’t delay evaluation. Have you had YOUR spots checked lately? Article Submitted by: Dr. Kristy Curl, DO Village Dermatology
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June ‘Community Luncheon’ To Feature Presentation on the ‘2018 US Women’s Open’ Presented by:
time and defending champion Inbee Park. The program, presented by Homewood Suites (Inverness) and co-sponsored by Graham and Associates, CPAs, will be held in the banquet hall at the Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena. Doors will open at 11:00AM for business networking and the program will begin promptly at 11:30AM. In addition to the great business networking, tourism and recreational entities
John Coppins are encouraged to secure a table and participate in the Showcase Feature (miniexpo) being held during the networking hour. Limited to 10 tables, first-come, first-served, so secure your table by
contacting the Chamber office at 663-4542 today. The cost is $20 per person for Chamber investors and $30 per person for “Future” investors and includes a luncheon buffet. For more information, or to make a reservation, please contact the Chamber at info@ shelbychamber.org, by telephone at 663-4542 or register online at www. shelbychamber.org by noon on Monday, June 26. Co-Sponsor
Chamber Seeking Nominations for Third Annual Healthcare Professional of the Year The Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce’s Health Services Work Group is seeking nominees for its third annual Healthcare Professional of the Year program presented by St. Vincent’s Health System. This award, sponsored by St. Vincent’s Health System, will recognize individuals who have made an outstanding contribution in the healthcare industry. Any healthcare professional employed in the Shelby County area is eligible to be nominated. The deadline for nominations is July 21. The
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nominees and recipients will be recognized at the August “Community Luncheon” to be held on August 30, from 11:00AM until 1:00PM at the Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena. You may go to the
Chamber’s website at www. shelbychamber.org to access the nomination form. For more information contact Keyla Handley, Director of Community & Investor Development at 663-4542,
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The Chamber’s June “Community Luncheon” will feature a presentation by John Coppins, Championship Manager of the 2018 U.S. Women’s Open. Shoal Creek has been selected by the United States Golf Association to host the 2018 U.S. Women’s Open Championship, May 31-June 3. Considered the world’s premier women’s golf championship, the U.S. Women’s Open is one of 13 national championships conducted annually by the USGA. It is open to professional female golfers and amateur females with a Handicap Index not exceeding 2.4. The championship was first conducted in 1946 and boasts an impressive list of winners, including Babe Didrikson Zaharias, Betsy Rawls, Mickey Wright, Hollis Stacy, Amy Alcott, Meg Mallon, Annika Sorenstam, Se Ri Pak, Juli Inkster, Cristie Kerr and Paula Creamer, as well as two-
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Ambassador of the Month
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Congratulations to our Ambassador of the Month Johnny Carcioppolo. Johnny is a Certified Business Coach and Corporate Trainer who owns and operates a FocalPoint Business Coaching franchise. Johnny specializes in helping companies reduce turnover and improve employee communication, engagement and productivity. Johnny is also a Value Added Associate with TTI Success Insights™ and holds the following certifications: * Certified Professional Behaviors Analyst * Certified Professional Driving Forces Analyst * Certified Professional EQ Analyst * Certified Professional TriMetrix HD Analyst Johnny has a wide range of solid business skills that will assist you in building a road map to higher levels of achievement. These include operations management, business planning, staff development, individual development plans, problem solving, vision and mission statements, training programs,
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Officers Keith Brown Jefferson State Community College (Chair) Joe Meads Sain Associates (Chair-elect)
management/leadership development, change management, core values identification and integration, budgeting and cost control. Contact Johnny by phone 436-6500, email jcarcioppolo@ focalpointcoaching.com or visit him on the web at johnnycarcioppolo. focalpointcoaching.com.
Ambassador Program Presented in 2017 by:
Paul Rogers NobleBank & Trust (Immediate Past Chair) Charlie Stevens Thompson Tractor Company, Inc. (Vice Chair, Business Development & Support) Jim Purvis A. C. Legg, Inc. (Vice Chair, Communications & Marketing) Linda Cencula Avadian Credit Union (Vice Chair, Community & Workforce Development) Bill Connor America’s First Federal Credit Union (Vice Chair, Finance & Administration) Kathy Copeland White Rock Quarries – Vincent Hills (Vice Chair, Governmental Affairs) John Browning Cahaba Valley Computer Services (Vice Chair, Investor Development) Board of Directors Matt Fridy (2017) Wallace, Jordan, Ratliff & Brandt
Jeff Brown (2018) Brownstone Marketing Solutions William Carroll (2018) Armstrong Relocation Companies Alex Dudchock (2018) Shelby County Alison D. Howell Alabama Power Company (2018) Brian Massey (2018) St. Vincent’s Health System Tracey Morant Adams (2019) Renasant Bank Bruce King (2019) Lhoist North America Jay Dennis (2019) Regions Bank Mark Griggs (2019) Summer Classics Charles Hall (2019) Grandview Medical Center Mitt Schroeder (2019) Central State Bank April Harry (*) Warren, Averett LLC Mark Meadows (*) Chick-fil-A @ Inverness Rocky Patel (*) Hampton Inn & Suites-Pelham David Platt (*) Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Alabama
Chris Grace (2017) Barge, Waggoner, Sumner & Cannon, Inc.
Keith Richards (*) Taziki’s Mediterranean Café
Katie McDowell (2017) Shelby County Newspapers, Inc.
Mechelle Wilder (*) ARC Realty
Michael Smith (2017) The GREAT, The GOOD and The GONE
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Mike Swinson Alabama Gas Corporation (2017)
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Green Business Program Encourages Best Practices - Become a “Certified Chamber Green Business” The Chamber’s Existing Business & Industry Work Group invite our investors to become a “Certified Chamber Green Business.” The Green Business application is based on a point system in the categories of Waste Prevention, Recycling, Purchasing, Energy Conservation, Transportation, Water Conservation, and Pollution. Each applicant has to receive a minimum of 20 points
total to be designated as a “Certified Chamber Green Business.” The purpose of this program is to recognize Shelby County businesses that are committed and engaged in environmentally responsible operations and practices, also known as “green” business practices. The program recognizes these companies each year at the Chamber’s annual Industry Appreciation Event. If your company is
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engaged in green practices and is interested in applying for the Chamber’s Green Program Certification, the application can be found on the website www. shelbychamber.org/
business-support-center/ green-business-program. For more information or questions please contact Payton Thomas, Manager, Business Development & Support via email payton@ shelbychamber.org or call 663-4542, ext. 105.
The Chamber’s Entrepreneur & Small Business Mentorship program continues to provide much needed assistance to small business owners and entrepreneurs. Participants have received guidance on starting a new business, expanding an existing business, launching a new product, downsizing and dealing with a difficult employee. The next Mentorship opportunities, facilitated
by Michael Smith with The GREAT, The GOOD and The GONE will be held Tuesday, May 9 from 8:00AM
until 11:00AM. As the Chamber’s “Entrepreneurin-Residence,” Smith is available for a one-on-one
confidential meeting with any small business owner or entrepreneur to discuss any topic. Appointments are required and usually last 30-45 minutes. Please contact Payton Thomas, the Chamber’s Manager of Business Development & Support, at 663-4542 ext. 106 or via e-mail at payton@ shelbychamber.org for availability on May 9.
YOUR CHAMBER AT WORK Instagram: 134 Posts, 294 Followers Facebook: 18 New Likes, 135 Visits and 7,154 Post Reaches, Total Likes 2,754 Twitter: 2,739 Followers, 125 Tweets, 12.8K Tweet impressions, 218 Profile Visits and 7 Mentions Responded to 154 requests for business & community information. Notarized 46 “Certificates of Origin” for Shelby County companies. June 2017 | 57 Shelbychamber.org
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Tourism & Recreation Work Group Formed As part of the 2017 Business Plan, the Chamber has formed a Tourism & Recreation Work Group. The purpose of the group will be to: - Serve as the liaison between all sectors of Shelby County’s tourism and recreation industry, - Provide assistance in promotion and development of tourism-related events and recreational activities throughout Shelby County, and - Encourage the use of Shelby County hotels, campgrounds, parks, bed & breakfasts and other participating lodging facilities during our visitors’ stay in our
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communities. In April, an initial group of investors in the tourism & recreation sector, held a formation meeting to gauge interest and discuss a potential schedule. That group
determined that meeting on the first Friday of each month from 8:30AM - 9:30AM would potentially give a majority of businesses in the tourism & recreation sector a convenient time to meet. The group
also decided that meeting at various locations throughout Shelby County would help familiarize work group members with all that our communities have to offer in tourism and recreation. While the group’s focus is on tourism and recreation, participation in the group — like all of the Chamber’s Work Groups — is open to any employee of any Chamber investor firm. For additional information on the Tourism & Recreation Work Group, please contact Kirk Mancer at 663-4542 ext 101 or via e-mail at kirk@ shelbychamber.org.
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Celebrating Growth
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Thank you Pelham Flowers by Desiree’ for providing the ribbon and bows for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies.
Congratulations to Precision Chiropractic of Alabama on its new location at Bowling Lane, Pelham. Cutting the ribbon is Dr. Marty Lavvorn with wife Lindsey Lovvorn, joined in support by Dr. Mason, Mayor Gary Waters, staff, friends, family, Helena Business Association and Chamber Ambassadors.
Congratulations to OFCworkscapes on its Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting in Hoover. Business partners Steve Gathings and Frank Mitchell cut the ribbon and was joined by Mayor Frank Brocato, Shelby County Commissioner Rick Shepherd, family, friends, Hoover Area and Greater Shelby Chamber Ambassadors.
Congratulations to Magnolia Creek Treatment Center for Eating Disorders on the Grand Opening opening of its new 10 bed cottage in Columbiana. Mayor Stancil Handley, city officials, medical staff and Chamber Ambassadors joined in support as CEO Linda Jackson cut the celebratory ribbon.
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Investors enjoyed networking along the 280 corridor at the recent NETWORK280 event, presented by 280 Living, at host Outback Steakhouse - Inverness. The host had delicious appetizers, cool beverages and surprise scratch off cards for guests that could be a chance to win one-year eat free.
The Greater Shelby Chamber held its “4th Annual Student and Educator of the Year” program, presented by America’s First Federal Credit Union, at the April Community Luncheon. More than 65+ student and educator nominees were recognized during the luncheon program. Congratulations to all of our 2016-17 nominees and recipients. (L-R) Keith Brown, Chamber Chair, Jefferson State Community College; Gary Griffith, Shelby County College and Career Center; Armeen Barghi, Oak Mountain High School; Ben Jones, Shelby County College & Career Center; Amy Miller, Oak Mountain Intermediate School; Kevin Morris, SVP/ Chief Loan Officer, America’s First Federal Credit Union. June 2017 | 59 Shelbychamber.org
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Congratulations to Aesthetic Dermatology, Grandview Parkway, on it’s one year anniversary. Dr. Northington and Dr. Bourgeois held an Open House and everyone joined in singing happy birthday as they blew out the candles. They were joined by staff, family, clients and Chamber Ambassadors.
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CHAMBER Events
Read more details or register for events online at www.shelbychamber.org or the Chamber office 663-4542. Unless otherwise noted events listed will be held at 1301 County Services Dr., Pelham 35124. CANCELLATION POLICY REMINDER: Cancellation for a paying event must be made TWO days prior to the event.
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South Shelby Chamber Luncheon 11:30AM - 1:00PM Columbiana First Baptist Church 208 North Main Street, Columbiana Investment: $15. No reservation required. Tourism & Recreation Work Group 8:30AM - 9:30AM
Small Business Mentorship Appointments 11:30AM - 1:00PM Michael Smith, The Good, The Great & The Gone By appointment. Contact Payton Thomas at 663-4542, ext. 105. Go & Grow Workshop “Hands on Workshop on Linkedin” II 11:30AM - 1:00PM Facilitated by Michael Smith, The GREAT, The GOOD, and The GONE Presented by: Business Telephones, Inc. & Cosponsored by: FocalPoint Coaching Reservations requested by noon, June 5. Investment: No cost for workshop but lunch is available for $10 investors, $20 “Future” investors. Career Readiness Work Group 8:30AM - 9:30AM Shelby County Instructional Service Center 601 First Street South, Alabaster Ambassadors Work Group 11:30AM - 1:00PM Sponsor: NobleBank & Trust Small Business Work Group 4:00PM - 5:00PM Sponsor: Brownstone Marketing Solutions Health Services Work Group 8:30AM - 9:30AM
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Existing Business & Industry Work Group 8:30AM - 9:30AM iBERIABANK, 2695 Pelham Pkwy, Pelham Entrepreneur Roundtable I 7:30AM - 8:30AM Sponsor: Graham and Associates, CPAs CoffeeNet 8:30AM - 9:30AM Eclipse Coffee and Books, 1032 Main St, Montevallo No cost. RSVP requested by Tuesday, June 19. Entrepreneur Roundtable 280 11:30AM - 12:30PM Sponsor: Graham and Associates, CPAs Montevallo Chamber Monthly Luncheon 11:30AM - 1:00PM Parnell Memorial Library, 377 Park Dr, Montevallo Investment: $12. No reservation required. Governmental Affairs Work Group 8:30AM - 9:30AM Sain Associates, Two Perimeter Park South, Ste 500 East, Birmingham Liberty Day Parade 3:00PM City of Columbiana - Main Street GSCC Community Luncheon “2018 US Women’s Open featuring John Coppins” Doors open at 11:00AM. Program 11:30AM - 1:00PM. Showcase Feature: 10 Tables Open to Tourism and Recreation Investors Sponsor: Homewood Suites - Inverness Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena 500 Amphitheater Rd, Pelham Reservations requested by noon, Monday, June 26. Investment: $20 investors, $30 “Future” investors.
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Residents spend a day sampling barbecue and chili at Fire at the Foothills on Saturday, April 22. The event was hosted by the Chelsea Kiwanis Club and raised funds for several children’s programs around the city. 1. Stan Martin, Van Morris, Chris Mundy, Steve Cook, Tony Picklesimer 2. Donald Shirley, Gail Owen 3. Aiden and Cassandra Ragazzoni 4. Jake and Paige Harkins 5. Jay and Wendy Zito 6. Reece, Tiffany, Brayden and Bayleigh Bittner 7. Kim Sharp, Elise Hearn, April Stone 8. Nicholas, Geoffrey and Susan Setser 9. Steve Snider, Robert Powell, Kevin Powell
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